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Breathing and Exchange of Gases: Breathing mechanics MCQ

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Breathing mechanicsEasyQuestion 9245

Question

Inspiration occurs because thoracic expansion causes a drop in:

  1. A
    Intrapulmonary pressure
    Correct
  2. B
    Blood glucose
  3. C
    Body temperature
  4. D
    Kidney filtration pressure

Correct answer

Intrapulmonary pressure

Explanation

Air moves inward when intrapulmonary pressure falls below atmospheric pressure.